La Bajada, NM

New Mexico

La Bajada is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 15.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
15 Population 88/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,100 per capita
$1,031,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $1,031,300
266% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

How La Bajada Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population15
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,100
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$3,815M

Housing

Home Value$1,031,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation5,472 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
CommuteN/A
Broadband7.0%
Libraries2

Is La Bajada a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Bajada receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. La Bajada stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Bajada is $1,031,300, making it a premium housing market at 266% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

La Bajada enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

La Bajada has a population of 15 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%).

Population

15
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73.3%
Female 26.7%

Race & Ethnicity

La Bajada vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Bajada vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Bajada is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: La Bajada vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,100
Avg Weekly Wage$2,191
IRS Avg AGI$130,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$3,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare72
Retail30
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.39%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Bajada is $1,031,300, 266% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,031,300
266% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate0.39%

Health Metrics: La Bajada vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.8%
Premature Death3,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.3%
Healthcare Facilities72

Crime Rates: La Bajada vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

La Bajada has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,472 ft (1,668 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates35.5565°N, 106.2436°W
County FIPS35028
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.2-point margin. 7.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.2%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access7.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants34
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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